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Baobab Tree
Context: The Global Society for the Preservation of Baobabs and Mangroves (GSPBM) has launched a pioneering conservation effort aimed at revitalizing the iconic baobab trees in Madagascar.
About Baobab Tree:
Aspect Details
Description - Long-lived deciduous tree with broad trunks and compact tops; known as the upside-down tree
Distribution - 9 species of baobab trees: 2 in mainland Africa, 6 in Madagascar, 1 in Australia
- Abundant in Mandu, Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India
Features - Long lifespan, can live for thousands of years
- Mature trees have massive bottle-shaped or cylindrical trunks
- Fruit is round or oval-shaped and highly nutritious
Other Names Tree of Life
Ecological Significance - Keystone species in Madagascars landscapes
- Vital for water storage in arid environments, supporting biodiversity
- Extensive root systems benefit the ecosystem during droughts.
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